Austin tech leader Joshua Baer, founder of Capital Factory, dies in plane crash in Laredo
Summary
Car Crash Laredo Texas in Laredo, Texas: A private business jet operated by NetJets crashed on Loop 20 in Laredo, Texas, after experiencing mechanical difficulties while flying from Los Cabos, Mexico to Austin. The aircraft struck a vehicle barrier and came to rest on the highway, igniting a fire that forced first responders to evacuate five survivors; the pilot, Joshua Baer, was killed.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Joshua Baer | Driver | Fatal |
| Unnamed Passenger | Passenger | Hospitalized |
Original reporting
Austin tech leader Joshua Baer, founder of Capital Factory, dies in plane crash in Laredo | TPR